Originally developed as a tool to help parents and teenagers understand and conquer the common conflicts that often divide them, the Basic Seminar has been instrumental in restoring parent-teen relationships, troubled youth, criminals, churches, businesses, governments, marriages, and families.

As the cornerstone of IBLP's outreach, the Basic Seminar is held in cities around the world throughout the year. Since 1964, well over 2.5 million people have attended this seminar.